California Highway Patrol Teams Up With Bakersfield to Tackle Crime

Published on April 26, 2024

California leaders and law enforcement officials have announced a partnership between Bakersfield police and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to tackle crime in the Central Valley. CHP officers will target auto and retail theft, and assist with “high visibility” and proactive enforcement on roadways, according to an April 24 press release by Gov. Gavin Newsom. “We are working hand-in-hand with our local law enforcement partners to increase police operations, stop crime and keep the Central Valley safe,” Mr. Newsom said in the announcement. Bakersfield Mayor Karen Goh said the partnership shows the city is committed to keeping residents safe: “By combining resources and expertise, we are enhancing law enforcement capabilities and creating a safe community.”...

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